Professional achievements
• Since 2021, helped Splash grow from 13 to 30 locations and expand from 150 to 400 team members.
• Grew from store manager to president in seven years.
Community involvement
Christ Community Church; foster parent through The CALL.
Advice for your 18-year-old self
“Prioritize people over performance. The relationships you build will outlast your job titles. Treat others well, lead with empathy and surround yourself with people who challenge and encourage you. Your future will be shaped more by who you walk with than by what you accomplish.”
Professional “aha” moment
“When I started at Splash seven years ago as a store manager, my boss — also my brother-in-law — gave me tough but honest feedback: If I didn’t change my command-and-control leadership style, I’d run everyone off and end up working alone. That moment was a wake-up call. I had a choice: keep pushing my way or grow into a better leader. I chose to change. I’ve since learned that leading through influence, not authority, builds stronger teams and lasting impact. True leadership isn’t about control; it’s about earning trust, inspiring others and creating a culture where people want to follow.”
